Sans Contrasted Ofgav 16 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazine, headlines, branding, refined, classical, formal, quiet, elegance, readability, editorial voice, classic revival, premium tone, crisp, bracketed, flared, calligraphic, bookish.
A high-contrast Latin typeface with a crisp, editorial rhythm and subtly classical construction. Strokes transition from very thin hairlines to strong verticals, with tapered terminals and small, bracket-like flares that read as restrained serifs rather than purely geometric endings. Uppercase forms are proportioned with generous curves and clear modulation (notably in C, G, O, and Q), while the lowercase shows compact bowls, a two-storey a, and a double-storey g with a defined ear and strong thick–thin patterning. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with delicate entry strokes and confident stems, creating a sharp, print-oriented texture in paragraph settings.
Well-suited to editorial design where contrast and elegance are desirable, such as magazine typography, book interiors at comfortable sizes, and refined headlines. It can also support premium branding and packaging where a polished, classic tone is needed, particularly when paired with ample whitespace.
The overall tone is poised and literary, evoking traditional book typography and magazine display work. Its contrast and tapered details lend a sense of ceremony and polish, while the relatively straightforward skeletons keep the voice measured rather than decorative.
The design appears aimed at delivering a contemporary take on classical contrast: providing a sophisticated, print-like texture for reading and display while keeping letterforms disciplined and broadly versatile.
Round letters carry a slightly calligraphic stress that enhances the sense of motion in text. Joins and terminals stay clean and controlled, and the thin horizontals (for example in E, F, and t) contribute to a bright, airy color that benefits from adequate size and spacing.